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 How to get your passport step by step - ask questions in our detailed guide!

Obtaining a passport is the first step towards your international travel to the United States, Europe, Asia and any other country outside of South America. It is easy to obtain a document, and in order to dispel all your doubts, we have taken it step by step to learn how to request and issue a passport from the Federal Police throughout Brazil. Follow our step-by-step instructions and get answers to all your questions!

How to get a passport step by step

Getting a passport is easy and inexpensive. The document is issued by the Federal Police and you will have to go to one of their publications twice: once to get your fingerprints and take a photo, and once to prepare your passport. In this post we will talk about the common passports of Brazilians, other cases can be found on the website of the Federal Police.

See what to do, step by step:

 

1. Gather the necessary documents to apply for a passport.

2. Complete the passport application form.

3. Pay the passport issuance fee.

4. Make an appointment with the Federal Police.

5. Visit the Federal Police Station.

6. Take out your passport.

How to get a passport

Passport text - Photo: Federal Police

1. Gather the necessary documents to apply for a passport.

Proof of Identity - This can be an ID card (RG), a federally recognized job card, a photo driver's license, or a business card. The previous passport is also valid. In detail: If you change your name, also take your marriage certificate.

CPF - If the number is on the ID, CNH or business card, there is no need to show the original

 Marriage certificate - if you change your name

Naturalization certificate for naturalization.

Old Passport - If this is not your first passport, you will need to take your previous (general or emergency) passport if it is still valid. If not submitted, a double fee will be charged.

In the case of men, it is no longer necessary to present voter registration, election or military service certificates. However, it is necessary to regularly complete the electoral and military service, as verification is carried out when the passport is issued. If verification reveals inconsistencies, it may be necessary to present a voter registration card or proof of voting or military service. Check your status on the TSE and Army website.

Children under 5 years of age must be present at the appointment and must submit a recent 5 x 7 face photograph, color and undated background, and white background. For those over 5 years old, the photo was taken while they were serving in the Federal Police, which we will discuss below.

For more information about documents, visit the website of the Federal Police where you can create a list of all the documents required for a passport.

2. Complete the passport application form.

The next step in the process of obtaining a passport is to fill out the electronic application form on the Federal Police website, which is fairly simple and quick to fill out. There are four screens where you can enter your personal data, find out more in our step-by-step guide below.

Remember that you cannot use the "Back" button in the browser as you will lose all data. Only use your own form buttons located at the bottom of the page.

Below is the first screen, which must be filled in with all your personal data such as your full name, affiliation, date of birth, race or skin colour, marital status, citizenship with country, city and state where you were born, and previous name if you ever change your name.

One of the biggest questions here is how to fill in the first and last name, and by default all first names are included in the first field and last names in the second field. Correct partitioning speeds up the service, but if you fill in the wrong data, don't worry: tell them before serving in the PF post and they will go to the correct form.

Documents at hand! On this second screen you enter the details of your identity document, which is nothing but your identity. Then enter the CPF number and the person in charge of the passport is under 18 years old. Details of your birth certificate are also required.

If you are renewing your passport or the document has been stolen / stolen / lost or abandoned / confiscated by the Pension Fund, then on this screen you enter the information from the previous passport.

On the third screen, the applicant must enter additional data for registration, such as profession, email address and all your address details.

The fourth and final screen is for you to carefully check all the data entered in the passport application. If everything is in order, just select the option that appears at the bottom of the page and click Submit. If you need to modify any data, just click Back and make the changes.

After filling and confirming the data, a protocol will be generated with your application and a payment receipt from the Group Directory of Union (GRU).

3. Pay the passport issuance fee.

After completing the application form, click to create the Group Directory of Union (GRU) form. The commission is currently 257.25 Brazilian riyals. The payment receipt can be paid through the bank, lottery or online. Only after payment will you be able to schedule the service on the Federal Police website. The system usually provides access the next day after payment, when the bank clearing takes place.

4. Work schedule in the Federal Police

Did you pay the commission? It's time to register for a Federal Police passport. Wait for the payment to clear, which usually takes 24-72 business hours, and then log back into the PF website, this time using the service schedule link. If you require more than one person, you can schedule all of them at once.

Take a passport

After entering the CPF, protocol number and date of birth, the system will indicate the available cities and stations, as well as the days and times of the free schedule in each of them. For security reasons, you can only transfer twice every 30 days.

There are many posts available for maintenance, but sometimes it is difficult to schedule and some sites are more popular than others. For example, consider service at a shopping center service station, which is usually quieter than at an airport service station.

Tip: If you see an error message when making an appointment on the website of the Federal Police, check that the CPF number and date of birth indicated in the protocol are correct. If you have any errors, make an appointment as usual and ask to be corrected in the PF mail.

5. Visit the Federal Police Station.

On the specified date, go to the PF mail with all the original documents specified in paragraph 1. Submitting a payment confirmation is optional, but may be necessary in cases of discrepancy or error in completing the CPF. The Federal Police recommends getting in the mail 15 minutes early.

Take a passport

 

 

The service is usually very fast. After the initial verification, you will be prompted for a password to verify your data. Then, using the same password, you begin to collect fingerprints, signatures and photograph.

Once you're done, just wait to get ready. The deadline is usually six working days and you will be provided with a protocol with a possible delivery date - you can check the status of your order on this page.

If you are renewing your passport, remember that you must have your previous passport along with the other necessary documents listed in point 1 of our list.

Important: it is not necessary to take pictures, as this will be done by the Federal Police while on duty. An exception is children under 3 years old who need a 5×7 face photograph, recent, in color and with a white background.

6. Take out your passport.

Is your passport ready? Then go to the post office, with the original identification document, and photograph! Delivery is carried out only to the owner - in the case of minors, they must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians. The passport will be canceled if it is not withdrawn within 90 days. The passport is valid for ten years, if your passport is about to expire, you can get a new one before it expires by following the above steps.

The Federal Police maintains a FAQ page on its website that contains information about passports for minors, foreigners, and other issues. If you have any questions, you can contact the PF via email at faleconosco@dpf.gov.br.

Frequently asked questions about obtaining a passport

Can I get my passport online?

The whole procedure for issuing a passport is already done online, through the website of the Federal Police, but then you need to make an appointment and go to the Federal Police station to fill out the application. Finally, you have to go to the post office again to collect your passport. Check out all the step-by-step instructions above for the most important travel document!

What documents do I need to get a passport?

To get your passport, you must have your CPF number and an identity document with you, which can be an RG, driver's license or work permit. If you change your name, take your marriage certificate as well. Currently, it is no longer necessary to provide voter registration, voting certificate, or military service, but it is important to keep abreast of developments in electoral justice and military service. The examination is carried out upon issuance of the passport.

How to get a passport with the Federal Police?

Obtaining a Federal Police passport is simple and can be done through the website. After payment, wait for the refund, which usually takes 24-72 working hours, and then visit the PF website again, this time using the service planning link. If you require more than one person, you can schedule all of them at once.

How long does it take to issue a passport?

This depends a lot on your free time. Once the system receives a payment to collect the GRU, it can be scheduled. If you have a flexible schedule, it will not be difficult to get help soon. Depending on the month, there may be instances of service availability in the same week. After collecting all the documents, all you have to do is wait for the deadline to receive the information, usually six working days.

What do I need to get a passport for the first time?

All you have to do is fill out the application form, pay the GRU fee, make an appointment, and bring your ID, marriage certificate (if you change your name), and CPF. It is no longer necessary to provide voter registration, voting certificate, or military service, but it is important to be familiar with electoral justice and military service as verification is done at the time of issuance.

Can I get a passport with a dirty name?

Anyone with a bad name will get a passport without any problems. The FBI does not advise about waivers. However, travel can only be restricted by court order.

What are the passport issuance fees?

Currently, the amount of the GRU fee for passport issuance is 257.25 QR.

How do you get a minor's passport?

The procedure for obtaining a passport for people under the age of 18 is the same for everyone. However, there are some details such as forms and permits that need to be filled out. Check all the details on the Federal Police page.

How long can I get my passport after paying the fees?

Normally, your payment is recognized within a maximum of one business day, after which the scheduling system will be available for you to select the best date and time for your service.

How can I renew my passport?

After the passport has expired, it is impossible to extend its validity. It is necessary to create a new one from scratch, according to the step by step that we described above, with the difference that during the process it is necessary to present the old passport.